What is a good drummer part 1: Junior high and High School

​What is a good drummer? All of us are intrigued by this questions. The following series of blogs outlines my experiences at the different levels at which drummers play and who they get to play with.

Background:

I've listened to over 500 interviews on drummers resource podcast.  Yep, 500+ professional drummers telling their stories. On top of this is my own experience running a high school jazz bands for a couple of decades and three decade career hiring and working with some of Canada's finest drummers.  Finally my own journey has I rise through the ranks. 

Here is part 1

1. Junior school/High School bands
   1. Plays the part correctly
   2. Watches the conductor
   3. Doesn’t goof off too much during downtime at rehearsals
   4. Pays attention to dynamics
   5. Takes lessons outside of class, if possible
   6. Organizes jams outside of class
   7. Hangs with peers who share their passion

David